Dear Parents and Students,
We are writing to inform you of a phishing email that has recently been sent to some students with the subject line “Job Opportunity.” The message claims to offer a part-time job opportunity and includes a link to a Google Form. The form requests sensitive personal information such as a student’s name, home address, personal email address, bank name, and other private details. This type of request is a strong indicator of a phishing attempt. If you or your child received this email, do not click on any links, do not complete the form, and do not provide any personal or financial information.
How to Spot Phishing emails:
Unexpected messages - Be cautious of emails you weren’t expecting, especially those offering jobs, money, prizes, or urgent requests.
Requests for personal information - Legitimate organizations will never ask for passwords, bank details, Social Security numbers, or home addresses via email or online forms.
Suspicious links or attachments - Hover over links (without clicking) to see where they lead. If the link looks unusual or doesn’t match the sender, do not click.
Unfamiliar or fake senders - Check the sender’s email address closely. Phishing emails often use addresses that look similar to real ones but include extra letters or numbers.
Urgent or threatening language - Messages that pressure you to act immediately (“Your account will be closed,” “Respond now”) are common phishing tactics.
Poor grammar or spelling errors - Many phishing emails contain awkward wording, misspellings, or formatting issues.
Too-good-to-be-true offers - Promises of easy money, guaranteed jobs, or rewards for little effort are often scams.
Generic greetings - Emails that start with “Dear User” or “Dear Student” instead of your name may be phishing attempts.
What to do if you receive a suspicious email:
Do not reply
Do not click links or open attachments
Do not share any information
Report the email to the Teacher, School or IT department
Delete the message once reported
We encourage students to ask a teacher, parent, or school staff member if they are unsure about any email. When it comes to online safety, it’s always better to double-check first. We take the safety and security of our students and families very seriously and appreciate your cooperation.